Organization Grants

Operating Grants I & II

Operating Grants I & II provide unrestricted, operating support to Long Beach-based arts and cultural organizations whose primary mission is to collect, preserve, present and/or commission exemplary works of art (e.g. visual art exhibitions, theatre, dance and/or musical performances). Works of art must be of regional significance, for the benefit of the general public and provide educational opportunities that enable audiences to better understand and appreciate the arts. Organization budgets must be over $250,000 annually.

The Fiscal Year 2018–2019 applications are due June 15, 2018, by 5 p.m. All applications must be submitted to the Dropbox link below. No hard copy or emailed applications will be accepted. If you do not receive a confirmation email that your application was received please contact the Arts Council for Long Beach.